Miyo Yoshida vs. Shurretta Metcalf Path to a World Title Opportunity
Japanese former two-time champion Miyo Yoshida is on the quest for another world title opportunity, and her path leads her to face off against Dallas-based Shurretta Metcalf. The highly-anticipated bout is scheduled for Tuesday, November 7th, as part of DiBella Entertainment's Broadway Boxing series, titled "Heroes on the Hudson." This event is dedicated to supporting the heroic veterans of the United States Armed Forces and will take place at the Edison Ballroom in New York City. The contest is set for ten rounds in the bantamweight division, and former world champion and US Marine Veteran, Jamel "Semper Fi" Herring, will be competing in the main event. Lou DiBella, President of DiBella Entertainment, acknowledged the significance of the match, emphasizing that it could lead to a world title challenge for the winner. Miyo Yoshida (16-3), a two-time world champion, is no stranger to the championship stage. Despite facing a title loss due to an accidental headbutt, she reclaimed the belt in a rematch six months later. In her debut under DiBella Entertainment, Yoshida secured a win against Indeya Smith in the United States. Yoshida aims to deliver an even more impressive performance in her upcoming bout, as she was previously hindered by visa issues and limited training time. Her journey to a world title opportunity has been marked by dedication and perseverance, and she's eager to prove herself on November 7th. For Shurretta Metcalf (12-4-1, 2 KOs), this match presents an opportunity to assert her presence in the ring against a two-time world champion. Metcalf is coming off a notable victory against the former IBO bantamweight champion Melissa Oddessa Parker. As a fighter from a military family, Metcalf feels a deep connection to the "Heroes on the Hudson" event, honoring veterans and military personnel. The event will commence with five amateur bouts, each featuring an NYPD officer or military veteran. It will culminate with four world-class professional bouts, including the headline fight between Yoshida and Metcalf, which will be broadcast live exclusively on DAZN.
